Embark on a journey of advanced design inquiry with the MRes Design at the University of Northumbria Newcastle, a postgraduate Masters Degree designed for aspiring researchers and innovators. This programme is ideal if you possess a keen intellectual curiosity and a desire to push the boundaries of design knowledge, preparing you for doctoral studies or a career as a specialist researcher within the cultural industries. You will delve into critical contexts and research methodologies, developing a robust and dynamic approach to tackling complex design challenges and contributing meaningfully to your field.
This full-time, on-campus Masters degree is structured over one year, focusing on intensive research development through core modules like Research Methods and Critical Contexts. You will undertake a significant MRes Dissertation, a substantial independent research project that allows you to apply your learning and demonstrate advanced research capabilities. Throughout your studies, you will work alongside peers and faculty, fostering interdisciplinary dialogue and honing essential professional skills in project planning, academic writing, and presentation, ultimately equipping you to become a confident and capable early-career researcher.